Managing Director

Tiger Marketing; Long Eaton; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A local investment agency in Derby is seeking a Managing Director to lead their strategic initiatives for investment promotion and economic development. The ideal candidate will have proven senior leadership experience and exceptional stakeholder management skills. This role requires a forward-thinking mindset and a commitment to fostering a diverse workplace. Apply online by October 17th.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in investment promotion or economic development.
• Exceptional skills in stakeholder engagement.
• Entrepreneurial mindset to identify new opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategy for investment promotion and economic development.
• Oversee public-private partnership activities.
• Provide strategic direction and drive growth.

Skills

Senior leadership experience

Stakeholder management skills

Understanding of investment trends

Political savvy

Innovative mindset

Job description

Overview

Marketing Derby Ltd, the Investment Promotion Agency (IPA) for Derby, is seeking a Managing Director for our next exciting chapter, steering our mission to attract and support investment into our city. Established in 2006, we have created over 5,000 new jobs, helped retain 10,000+ jobs, attracted over £1.23bn of capital investment and contributed £333m to the local economy.

We are a private company limited by guarantee, supported by over 350 local, influential businesses and public sector organisations, from global names to sole traders - our Bondholders. Together, we have a passion for our place. Our nine-strong, dedicated team delivers world-class place promotion, investment attraction, and investor support, guided by our values: Be Proactive, Make a Difference, Think Derby First.

Responsibilities / What you will do

To lead Marketing Derby Ltd in delivering strategy for investment promotion, inward investment, place marketing, and economic development. Oversee stakeholder engagement and public-private partnership activity, ensuring effective collaboration with public and private sector partners. Provide strategic direction, drive growth opportunities, and maintain governance and financial discipline to support the organisation’s mission.

Qualifications / Requirements

• Proven senior leadership experience in a dynamic business environment, which could include investment promotion, inward investment, place marketing, or economic development and place-shaping.
• A developed understanding of investment trends, business location drivers, and public-private partnership working.
• Exceptional stakeholder management skills, particularly in navigating public-private partnerships, demonstrating political savvy and sound judgement.
• A forward-thinking innovative mindset with an entrepreneurial, can-do approach and the ability to identify and capitalise on new opportunities.

Apply and Terms

To apply for this role as Managing Director at Marketing Derby, please click apply online and complete the full application process. Closing date for applications is Friday 17th October, with initial interviews taking place w/c 10th November. Interviews will be face-to-face.

Terms of appointment: This role is primarily office-based in central Derby with regular travel nationally and occasionally internationally.

Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion: We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. We strongly encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, including those from underrepresented groups and candidates with disabilities.

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